Research Administrator

We’re partnering with a higher education organization seeking a Research Administrator. The Research Administrator will assist with the submission and pre-award administration of grants and contracts, assist PIs, prepare grant budgets, and assist with annual progress reports. Responsibilities Assists PIs in the development, review, and submission of all Federal, State, and foundation grants and contracts applications, with a primary focus on individual investigator grants and multi-component grants. Manages timelines and the overall progression of submission to ensure the on-time completion of high quality, responsive and compliant proposal applications. Prepares grant budgets and budget justifications. Prepares and compiles all components of each grant submission, ensures that the proposal is formatted, packaged, and submitted in accordance with granting agency requirements. Drafts supporting documents for grants including letters of intent, letters of support, cover letters, facilities, and resources. Maintains detailed, up-to‑date records of PI’s other support, biosketches, and grant submission documents. Responds to RFAs and summary statements and addresses issues prior to submission. In coordination with the Post‑Award Team and the principal investigators, promotes accurate preparation and timely submission of progress reports as required by sponsoring program. Tracks the status of pending applications, follows up with investigator regarding review/funding status of application. Performs all other duties as assigned within scope of practice and/or training. Works collaboratively and cooperatively with faculty, grant writers, P&S proposal development and Pre‑Award team on all aspects of grant administration. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned/requested. Requirements 3+ yrs experience in an academic grant funded setting Knowledge of and experience with full scope of pre‑award grant management, including mastery of terminology, standards, and tools for grant management Project management skills, including ability to efficiently lead and execute technical project activities, attention to detail, effectively coordinate and communicate with stakeholders. Preferred Skills Bachelor's degree in biological science or business/administration degree such as finance, accounting, business administration, business, public health, public administration, or a directly related field. Prior experience with NIH submissions and systems (era COMMONS, ASSIST, RePORTER) Compensation Compensation: $32‑36/hr Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job‑related qualifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Soni